AN: Well, here it is. I've had fun reading your reviews and am on my way of
writing another Fic.
Dedication: For dad. Thank you for saving me, I now have a part of you to go with me everywhere. (I had a Kidney transplant, from my daddy.)
Epilogue: Memories and Speckles
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"Sometimes you don't need words to express your feelings; a look alone can say 'I love you' louder than any person shouting them could." --- My best friend, Nyree, talking about a subject that she hates. Love.
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Peace at last had come to Middle-earth, and the remaining companions of the Fellowship of the Ring were enjoying a celebration with the king. Unknown to them, however, the quiet archer and only elf of the fellowship had slipped away to watch the stars.
After quietly gazing at the little lights that Varda had hung in the skies, Legolas closed his eyes, a small smile on his thin lips. It was a cool night, and the city grew quiet; everyone was either eating or sleeping in order to retrieve their energy to work the next day.
Well, *almost* everyone.
A rubbing against his legs made the elf realise that he wasn't alone. Looking down, he saw two enormous green eyes staring up at him from the darkness. They were pleading and lost. The stray cat meowed softly at him, asking if he held any scraps or would he be willing to take him in. Bending down, the elf very gently lifted the cat. Petting it, he discovered that it was a fawn colour with little speckles around his paws and eyes.
Unbidden, old memories of a fluffy white cat came into his mind, and of five kittens called Salfmiaug, Hestia, Asima, Amber and Táralóm. Marilla had lived to an ancient 54 years old; she had died peacefully in her sleep, snuggled next to her favourite 'kitten'. Her love for him was certain, as was her tender acceptance of him when most other cats would be hissing or growling to protect their kittens.
Marilla was always happy to see him, just as his real mother had been. She would gaze at him with love . . . as his real mother had done. Sadness still tugged at his soul now and then. No one looked at him that way anymore. No one was glad to see him. No one else worried about him, yet Marilla had, Legolas was sure of it . . . just as his real mother had done. That sweet cat had kept him from forgetting his most treasured memories of his mother.
"How would you respond to the name Meidh?" The elf looked at the cat, who just meowed and blinked in response. "It means fawn." He let the cat down and started to walk away. Looking back, the cat was sitting neatly upon his haunches, wondering if he should follow.
"You may follow. I know for a fact that Arwen loves cats." Needing no more encouragement, Meidh followed the elf, looking up at his face while walking besides him.
For Legolas, remembering that his mother loved him, and seeing that cats still seemed to attach themselves to him, helped calm his emotions. He smiled as he imagined how he would explain to the Queen this most unusual gift.
"When I was four, I found the most wonderful cat . . . or perhaps she found me. . ."
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AN: And that is that. This was the last chapter to be uploaded and reviewed, but I hope you had as much fun reading it as I had as much fun writing it. This story is actually the FIRST fanfiction that I've completed and I'm quite proud. Next will hopefully be a Fic called 'Two Worlds Apart,' I have NO idea when it'll be up or when or if I'll finish it.
Answers to the 'regulars':
Legolas4me: Well, here's the last chapter. I hope you like it. I'll get around to reviewing one of your stories.
Lady of Legolas: I'm glad that you stayed on for the WHOLE fic, most just review once or twice then don't bother. I'm happy that you liked the story and I hope you'll be there to read TTA. When I upload it.
MoroTheWolfGod: Love the enthusiasm when you review!! Keep it up!! I need an upbeat person.
feanen: I'm glad you liked how I portrayed the cats. I love them, I have this little cat that waits at the front gate every day (except sat and Sunday) and sits with me until I leave on the bus. I don't know who owns it but I've been happy to know him for three years.
MagicalRachel: How are you? Long time, no read. I haven't sent you anything because I know that you have a life and will think that I'm stalking you by constant e-mails about nothing. Anyway, thankyou, I hoped you'd drop by and give me an e-mail!!
If I've forgotten anyone. I apologise,
But thanks to: Shirebound (of course!!), bant, Dragon, Reina Ethelion, StriderGirl, Samwise the Brave, Zoya, StrangeBlaze, songelf88 and G.H.S. the warg, Dara Maeko, Writer From Rivendell and Cindy.
Keep and eye out for more of my fics!!!!
Dedication: For dad. Thank you for saving me, I now have a part of you to go with me everywhere. (I had a Kidney transplant, from my daddy.)
Epilogue: Memories and Speckles
****
"Sometimes you don't need words to express your feelings; a look alone can say 'I love you' louder than any person shouting them could." --- My best friend, Nyree, talking about a subject that she hates. Love.
***
Peace at last had come to Middle-earth, and the remaining companions of the Fellowship of the Ring were enjoying a celebration with the king. Unknown to them, however, the quiet archer and only elf of the fellowship had slipped away to watch the stars.
After quietly gazing at the little lights that Varda had hung in the skies, Legolas closed his eyes, a small smile on his thin lips. It was a cool night, and the city grew quiet; everyone was either eating or sleeping in order to retrieve their energy to work the next day.
Well, *almost* everyone.
A rubbing against his legs made the elf realise that he wasn't alone. Looking down, he saw two enormous green eyes staring up at him from the darkness. They were pleading and lost. The stray cat meowed softly at him, asking if he held any scraps or would he be willing to take him in. Bending down, the elf very gently lifted the cat. Petting it, he discovered that it was a fawn colour with little speckles around his paws and eyes.
Unbidden, old memories of a fluffy white cat came into his mind, and of five kittens called Salfmiaug, Hestia, Asima, Amber and Táralóm. Marilla had lived to an ancient 54 years old; she had died peacefully in her sleep, snuggled next to her favourite 'kitten'. Her love for him was certain, as was her tender acceptance of him when most other cats would be hissing or growling to protect their kittens.
Marilla was always happy to see him, just as his real mother had been. She would gaze at him with love . . . as his real mother had done. Sadness still tugged at his soul now and then. No one looked at him that way anymore. No one was glad to see him. No one else worried about him, yet Marilla had, Legolas was sure of it . . . just as his real mother had done. That sweet cat had kept him from forgetting his most treasured memories of his mother.
"How would you respond to the name Meidh?" The elf looked at the cat, who just meowed and blinked in response. "It means fawn." He let the cat down and started to walk away. Looking back, the cat was sitting neatly upon his haunches, wondering if he should follow.
"You may follow. I know for a fact that Arwen loves cats." Needing no more encouragement, Meidh followed the elf, looking up at his face while walking besides him.
For Legolas, remembering that his mother loved him, and seeing that cats still seemed to attach themselves to him, helped calm his emotions. He smiled as he imagined how he would explain to the Queen this most unusual gift.
"When I was four, I found the most wonderful cat . . . or perhaps she found me. . ."
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AN: And that is that. This was the last chapter to be uploaded and reviewed, but I hope you had as much fun reading it as I had as much fun writing it. This story is actually the FIRST fanfiction that I've completed and I'm quite proud. Next will hopefully be a Fic called 'Two Worlds Apart,' I have NO idea when it'll be up or when or if I'll finish it.
Answers to the 'regulars':
Legolas4me: Well, here's the last chapter. I hope you like it. I'll get around to reviewing one of your stories.
Lady of Legolas: I'm glad that you stayed on for the WHOLE fic, most just review once or twice then don't bother. I'm happy that you liked the story and I hope you'll be there to read TTA. When I upload it.
MoroTheWolfGod: Love the enthusiasm when you review!! Keep it up!! I need an upbeat person.
feanen: I'm glad you liked how I portrayed the cats. I love them, I have this little cat that waits at the front gate every day (except sat and Sunday) and sits with me until I leave on the bus. I don't know who owns it but I've been happy to know him for three years.
MagicalRachel: How are you? Long time, no read. I haven't sent you anything because I know that you have a life and will think that I'm stalking you by constant e-mails about nothing. Anyway, thankyou, I hoped you'd drop by and give me an e-mail!!
If I've forgotten anyone. I apologise,
But thanks to: Shirebound (of course!!), bant, Dragon, Reina Ethelion, StriderGirl, Samwise the Brave, Zoya, StrangeBlaze, songelf88 and G.H.S. the warg, Dara Maeko, Writer From Rivendell and Cindy.
Keep and eye out for more of my fics!!!!